Newcastle soothe sponsor worries
Newcastle Knights have met with major sponsors NIB and McDonald’s to discuss their recent off-field issues regarding former player Chris Houston.
Houston quits Knights
Newcastle second rower Chris Houston has quit the club after he was arrested and charged with drugs offences.
Burraston: its been difficult
Newcastle CEO Steve Burraston has admitted that events surrounding the arrest of Chris Houston on alleged drug offences have been difficult.
Legend Johns signs up for TV deal
Andrew Johns, Australia’s Team of the Century halfback and considered the greatest player in the modern era, is joining Triple M Sydney for the 2010 season.
Knights join Mason hunt
Newcastle have emerged as the favourites to sign Willie Mason after holding talks with the exiled Roosters forward.
Wicks leaves Knights
After finding himself at the centre of a police drug investigation, Newcastle forward Danny Wicks has quit the club.
Knights look at year-round drugs testing
The CEO of NRL side Newcastle Knights has indicated that the club may look at year-round drug testing of its players.
Inglis wins Golden Boot award
Superstar centre Greg Inglis has created history by being named the 2009 Golden Boot recipient.
NRL considers name change
The NRL is considering changing its name and relaunching – A-League style – in the wake of a series of damaging off-field scandals.
Smith had to go – Knights board
The Newcastle board say the appointment of Rick Stone as head coach made Brian Smith’s departure inevitable.
Johns to be Newcastle saviour
Legendary Newcastle halfback Andrew Johns has come in to assist struggling Knights boss Brian Smith.
Mullen’s Origin hopes hanging by a thread
Jarrod Mullen‘s hopes of a return to the NSW Blues are resting on the results of a shoulder scan due tommorrow.
Tolar extends Knights stay
Newcastle Knights front rower Daniel Tolar has agreed a new three year deal, keeping him at the club until the end of 2012.
Newcastle 26-12 Manly
Premiers Manly have now lost four games from four after their latest defeat, 26-12 away to Newcastle for whom fullback Kurt Gidley was outstanding.